Opposition parties in closed door talks to capture CMC

The leaders of the opposition parties including former President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer Namal Rajapaksa have started talks to work out an understanding to capture the power of the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC), a political source.

Prime Minister Harini visits survivors of fatal Kotmale bus crash

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya and Transport Minister Bimal Ratnayake visited patients at Gampola and Peradeniya hospitals following the deadly bus crash at Gerandi Ella in Kotmale which claimed 21 lives and injured at least 35.

Technical fault or reckless driving cause 22 lives?

Police investigations are underway to determine whether driver negligence or a technical malfunction caused the deadly bus accident in Kotmale, which claimed the lives of 22 people and injured at least 35 others.

All transport services to come under the state?

The Government is to take steps towards declaring three wheelers, school vans, and office transport vehicles as transportation services that can be operated as interprovincial modes of transport as per the National Transport Commission (Amendment) Bill which was presented to Parliament last week.

Japan a victim of corruption in Sri Lanka : Ambassador

Japanese Ambassador Akio Isomata said that Japan was a victim of corruption in Sri Lanka , and expressed optimism that the government would tackle the issue.

Former NOCSL Secretary banned for five years

Former Secretary of the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOCSL) Maxwell de Silva was handed a five-year ban, sources revealed.

Banning liquor, casinos, nightclubs for Vesak third day will seriously impact tourism industry: Stakeholders raise concerns

An arbitrary decision taken by the Cabinet to ban the countrywide sale of liquor, casinos and nightclubs for an extra day in addition to the two regular Vesak Poya holidays will have a serious impact on the tourism sector as well as incur a loss up to Rs.1 billion to the state coffers, said industry stakeholders while raising grave concerns.

Care worker recruitment from abroad to end: UK Home Secretary

Care workers will no longer be recruited from overseas as part of a crackdown on visas for lower-skilled workers, the home secretary has told the BBC.

Dr. Shafi, family faced great hardships in regaining honour: Faisz Musthapha PC

Senior Gynecologist Dr. Shafi Shihabdeen and his family had to face immense hardships to regain the lost honour and their place in society due to the racially motivated political witch hunt, Faisz Musthapha PC said.

Pandols to illuminate Colombo for Vesak week

Mandhana ton helps India seal tri-series with World Cup on horizon

India opener Smriti Mandhana scored her 11th ODI century to help guide India to a convincing 97-run win over Sri Lanka in the tri-series final.

CEB chairman has not resigned, only requested leave to go abroad: Energy Ministry

The Media Division of the Ministry of Energy has rejected reports circulating in the media regarding the resignation of CEB Chairman Dr. Tilak Siyambalapitiya.

Semini Iddamalgoda granted bail

Popular actress Semini Iddamalgoda, who was arrested by the Welikada Police for failing to appear in court over matters related to the non-payment of Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) contributions while operating a private security company was released on bail.

Govt. taking steps to develop comprehensive, sustainable strategy to prevent road accidents: President

While extending his heartfelt condolences to the families of all those who lost their lives in the devastating accident in Garandiella, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said the government is taking steps to develop a comprehensive and sustainable strategy to prevent such incidents.

Special waste management programme for ’Clean Sri Lanka’ during State Vesak Festival

In line with the State Vesak Festival that commenced yesterday (10) in the Nuwara Eliya District, a special waste management initiative has been launched under the ’Clean Sri Lanka’ programme to enhance facilities for devotees and ensure proper waste disposal in the city of Nuwara Eliya.

Colombo gears up for Vesak festival

Pope Leo appeals for no more war in first Sunday address

Pope Leo XIV appealed for no more war in a message to world powers during his first Sunday blessing at the Vatican.

Sri Lankan President welcomes India-Pakistan ceasefire, calls for lasting peace

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has warmly welcomed the recent ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan, calling it a vital and timely step toward safeguarding lives and fostering regional stability.

Two SLAF helicopters ready to airlift bus crash victims

The Ministry of Defence said two helicopters have been readied to airlift critically injured individuals from two separate bus accidents - one that occurred this morning (11) in the Garandiella area and another in Welimada yesterday (10) - to Colombo for further treatment.

Govt. to provide Rs. 1 Mn compensation per victim in Kotmale bus tragedy

The Government has decided to pay Rs. 1 million as compensation to the families of each individual who died in the tragic bus accident that occurred in Kotmale earlier today.

Prez visits International Buddhist Centre

Inmates granted open visits for Vesak

The Department of Prisons announced that inmates across the country will be granted the opportunity for open visits in celebration of Vesak Poya Day.

Update: At least 21 dead, dozens injured in Ramboda bus accident

At least 21 people have died after a Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) bus plunged into a precipice in the Garandiella area of Ramboda on the Nuwara Eliya–Gampola main road this morning (May 11).

Actress Semini Iddamalgoda arrested

Popular actress Semini Iddamalgoda has been arrested by the Welikada Police.

CEB Chairman Dr. Tilak Siyambalapitiya resigns

Dr. Tilak Siyambalapitiya, Chairman of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), has reportedly submitted his resignation letter.

India and Pakistan accuse each other of ’violations’ after ceasefire deal

India and Pakistan have accused each other of ’’violations’’ hours after the two nations said they had agreed to a ceasefire following days of cross-border military strikes.

Emirates rolls out red carpet for A350 viewing in Colombo

In a stylish showcase of aviation elegance, Emirates Airlines welcomed Sri Lankan media and industry leaders aboard its updated Airbus A350 to offer a taste of the Emirates luxury travel experience.

EC sets deadline for LG polls contestants to submit election expenses

The Elections Commission of Sri Lanka announced that all contestants of the recently concluded Local Government polls should submit their election expenses before the 28th of this month.

Police probe reveals Kotahena schoolgirl was sexually abused last December

The police announced that the 15-year-old schoolgirl in Kotahena, who is said to have committed suicide on April 29, had allegedly been sexually abused by a teacher at her Bambalapitiya school last December, as revealed by the police probe.

Debris of crashed helicopter recovered

The wreckage of the ill-fated Bell 212 helicopter of the Sri Lanka Air Force was recovered this evening from the Maduru Oya reservoir, following a joint salvage operation carried out by the Sri Lanka Navy and the Sri Lanka Air Force.